Welcome to New England Makes, a site dedicated to celebrating the very best of New England’s local artists, makers, and creators.  These artisans specialize in a wide range of disciplines including woodworking, ceramics, metalworking, fine art, textiles, and more. We support the maker community by recommending locally made products, showcasing the artisans behind those products, and encouraging others to continue their creative journey. We hope you’ll follow along to learn more about our local makers and how you can support them.

Product Recommendations

Our goal is to elevate New England artisans by sharing their work with you. We hope you’ll be inspired to support these local businesses by buying or gifting their goods. Whether you are searching for something to hang on your wall or completing your last-minute holiday shopping, New England Makes is the place to find one-of-a-kind local pieces for any occasion. By shopping locally, you’re contributing to New England’s vibrant culture and economy.

Maker Spotlights

We believe that creativity and art are the backbone of a thriving community. From hobbyists to entrepreneurs, real people all across New England are behind the products you’ll see on our site. These makers are all around us – they’re our family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors. Their passion and talent shines through every piece on our site. We want to bring you closer to these amazing creators so you can learn more about their process, how they got started, and what they’d recommend to others who may be starting their creative journey. We will introduce you to makers from Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.

Be a Maker

You don’t need to be a small business owner to create amazing things – everyone should feel empowered to make something. As such, we want to do our part to make sure everyone has the tools and resources they need to get started. We make it easier for people to learn new skills by highlighting local educational opportunities and showcasing organizations that provide easy access to essential tools and equipment.